Blog posts
October 23, 2026
Which colours go with brown in interior design?
Which colours go with brown? See colour pairings with cream, pink, green, blue and brass, and get ideas for textiles and ceramics in the home.
How do you clean jewellery? A guide by material
How do you clean jewellery properly? See how to clean silver, gold-plated jewellery, gold and earrings, and how to stop them turning black.
Which chopping board is best, and which oil should you use?
Which chopping board is best? Get an overview of wood, plastic, bamboo and resin, plus how to choose and oil a good wooden chopping board.
What should I ask for as a birthday present?
What should I ask for as a birthday present? Get a method for finding ideas, concrete suggestions for the home and yourself, and help with sharing your wish list.
How much should you spend on a gift? Rules and advice
How much should you give as a gift to friends, family, children and weddings? Get the general rules for cash gifts and good guidelines for the amount.
Furnishing a small flat: how to make room for personality
A small flat doesn't have to be neutral. A guide to using height, choosing fewer and bigger things, and decorating without drilling if you're renting.
Fruit ceramics: this is why food has become a motif
Lemons, artichokes and oysters on ceramics. Discover what fruit ceramics are, why they work on the table, and how to use them without going overboard.
What is a chindi rug?
A chindi rug is woven from strips of leftover fabric, giving it its characteristic mottled surface. Find out how it's made, where it fits, and how to look after it.
What is a quilted throw?
A quilted throw is two layers of fabric with filling in between, held together by quilting stitches that run all the way through. Find out what it can be used...